tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post6760103642941853879..comments2023-10-20T08:27:40.314-04:00Comments on male pattern boldness: What's On My Sewing TablePeter Lappinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-86415776544158383402013-08-20T17:52:22.284-04:002013-08-20T17:52:22.284-04:00On the Pfaff 130 table...the pfaff, pins, threader...On the Pfaff 130 table...the pfaff, pins, threader, box of thread cones, scissors. On the table upstairs: a pile of summer cloth supposedly for summer clothes before summer ends (but more likely for next summer), a floral lamp, a perfume atomiser with a squeezy bulb and a roll of medium weight linen.<br /><br />Not keen on overly-expensive multi-thread machines. The only use I have for my serger is overcasting cut-out trouser pieces. I even overcast smaller parts by hand. They're a waste of money for most of the work in tailoring. Probably good for knits though, which is good since that's what you're planning!Roger v.d. Veldehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01171223872098970110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-59211344845782547052013-08-19T20:13:21.182-04:002013-08-19T20:13:21.182-04:00I am working hard to train my family that only sew...I am working hard to train my family that only sewing stuff goes on my sewing table... (my husband though thinks he is training me that sewing stuff *only* goes on my sewing table - I think he thinks we have a dining room, not a sewing room). <br /><br />As for Cathy's nightwear scenario, perhaps she could re-enact (in an far more elegant fashion) my recent midnight drama featuring an errant car alarm, an urgent dash for the street and the policeman who came to check that everything was okay. Unfortunately my pyjamas were nothing to blog about. Gaenorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02596486699413594213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-1061437542583332102013-08-19T15:07:18.273-04:002013-08-19T15:07:18.273-04:00I asked myself that same question about need. The ...I asked myself that same question about need. The answer is, of course, no. I mean, I could just buy my clothes and forget about machines altogether! :-) Mind you, I've twin-stitched and serged/top stitched and, gotta say, they do not look half as good. Well, they look half as good but I want them to look as excellent as possible. I'm not so naturally good at stitching that I don't take the help where I can get it! Oh, and Wendy's right about the wovens...<br />K.Linehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15350615302797686048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-88751687870105782582013-08-19T02:44:59.525-04:002013-08-19T02:44:59.525-04:00As of today I am following you on Bloglovin. I rep...As of today I am following you on Bloglovin. I replaced my Kenmore 80's era serger a year and a half ago. My two wants were coverstitch and air threading. I got the Babylock Evolution. Big investment ($2500) but I don't treat myself very often. I do my piecing and clothing sewing on a Husqvarna +1. I also have a little White quilters machine for taking on retreat and to classes. My DH got me a White treadle machine for my birthday. Thank you for the info sites that you listed. Two that I know about are April1930 that someone else mentioned and the Quilting Board has a section about vintage sewing machines. Right now I am getting ready to quilt three baby quilts - one boy and two girl - to get ready for grandbaby #3 in Feb. My son and his wife have decided not to find out sex of the baby so grandma has to be ready either way<br />Is the white background fabric with the red and blue threads a knit? It looks like what a Channel suit is made out of. NBearpawquilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05074543482692626850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-80231738930727769312013-08-18T02:01:05.968-04:002013-08-18T02:01:05.968-04:00My sewing table alternates as a work desk, so depe...My sewing table alternates as a work desk, so depending on whether there is any sewing going on, it alternates between whichever machine I'm using and fabric scraps (I don't leave much out or the cats get into it--especially delightfully rustley pattern pieces). If I'm not actively sewing it collects a certain amount of random papers along with my laptop. I try not to let it get too cluttered.<br /><br />Right now, my office/sewing room is getting cluttered and I've been meaning for some time to do some tidying and organizing.geogrrlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16935352129240009810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-59997841131970529082013-08-17T15:00:01.934-04:002013-08-17T15:00:01.934-04:00Spending the cash for a domestic coverstitch machi...Spending the cash for a domestic coverstitch machine is warranted if you think you can get the use to justify the cost. If you do a lot of knitwear, especially t-shirt knits, coverstitching will give you excellent, retail ready finishes at the hems and seams. I have an industrial coverstitch that I use to make knit samples for production, and when it works right it's a dream to sew with, but many times things get screwed up and it's a real pain in the proverbial butt to use. I hope the domestic models are easier to use.<br /> Consider an alternate hem and seam finish that imitates coverstitch, using a double needle (they come in various widths) after serving the raw edge. Just make sure the zigzag side of the double needle stitch is contained in the serving edge. The right side will look professionally done, and the back will look uncannily factory finished. This is my technique when my coverstitch machine refuses to cooperate! John YAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-24469502753445158562013-08-17T06:40:46.972-04:002013-08-17T06:40:46.972-04:00I'm glad to know I am not the only one who end...I'm glad to know I am not the only one who ends up with piles of clutter! Everytime I sew something, my room looks like a wreck. I don't stop to pick up anything that falls until my project is complete. On top of that I have patterns, a few dolls I collect, my ipod and charger, serger and sewing machine, a roll of tracing paper, etc. I have 2 long Ikea tables end to end where everything is laid out and still I need more room!Sewing by Shirleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14073228812439584262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-71154281450956268392013-08-16T21:10:35.537-04:002013-08-16T21:10:35.537-04:00I just want to say.... I found your blog a few mon...I just want to say.... I found your blog a few months ago, and I've been enjoying reading your blog posts very much. I'm somehow relieved and inspired to see that your sewing room/space situation is kind of like mine. (lol) I have recently begun taking over my 15 yr old son's rec room/game room/tv room and slowly working my way into converting the room to a full blown sewing studio with a tv and a foosball table and an air hockey table. Now, the space isn't that big, so things are stacked up at the moment! How about the charcoal grey cotton knit with a pink or raspberry ribbed material? UrbanRecyclist Micki Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15031477249140126474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-47037774044575341282013-08-16T17:55:34.800-04:002013-08-16T17:55:34.800-04:00Oh, thanks Peter!! :)Oh, thanks Peter!! :)Sergehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05423854116494784014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-21538587129028785952013-08-16T12:54:30.544-04:002013-08-16T12:54:30.544-04:00I ADORE my coverstich. So easy to use and so fast....I ADORE my coverstich. So easy to use and so fast. <br />It really gives a professional finish to knits, pajama bottoms and also topstitches and bastes wonderfully. You can remove your bastes quicky and easily. <br />I own a plain standalone Janome. I would not bother with a serger-coverstitch combo.<br /><br />EveAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-8922067598817297072013-08-16T12:23:49.517-04:002013-08-16T12:23:49.517-04:00Too late K-line, you are the Canadian iteration of...Too late K-line, you are the Canadian iteration of Peter, and apparently the last to know.Testosteronenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-82108560079060931382013-08-16T09:57:24.936-04:002013-08-16T09:57:24.936-04:00A cover stitch machine is your next logical step.A cover stitch machine is your next logical step.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-82251554132852690772013-08-16T09:28:26.518-04:002013-08-16T09:28:26.518-04:00The main table has 3 pair of jeans needing repair ...The main table has 3 pair of jeans needing repair :-(, some sewing items and odd bits needing put away. Queen Ann of Walnut has a stack of quilt blocks, so oddments of headphones and earbuds needing a home and stack of recipe clippings needing filed. Or tossed out. Queen Ann of Mahogany has a TV, various sewing tools, and my pincushion collection. <br /><br />Coverstitchers do more than just hems, I'm waffling on whether to get one. Right now I'm thinking my sewing output doesn't justify one.JustGailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08948391538309176039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-52965713214374392502013-08-16T09:11:16.079-04:002013-08-16T09:11:16.079-04:00A new frontier! I am sure you can master sweater ...A new frontier! I am sure you can master sweater knits, but I am anxious to see if you enjoy it and like the results. I have complete confidence in your persistence and ability, Peter, and as always, thanks for sharing the adventure. Don't forget the prime directive - enjoy!becksterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02147945810663254093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-32447760962824328022013-08-16T08:14:22.640-04:002013-08-16T08:14:22.640-04:00it also hems wovens! and very nicely because you d...it also hems wovens! and very nicely because you don't have to do a double fold or put on hem tape, since the back looks like a serger stitch over the raw edge. See <a href="http://stitchesandseams.blogspot.com/2010/01/coverstitch-lazy-coverstitch-hem.html" rel="nofollow">Debbie's CS "lazy hem tutorial"</a>.wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02325131782150858859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-7378096775070457162013-08-16T07:08:59.950-04:002013-08-16T07:08:59.950-04:00http://www.kenssewingcenter.com/brother-2340cv-ser...http://www.kenssewingcenter.com/brother-2340cv-serger-sewing-machine-customer-return-p-27562.html<br /><br />It's refurbished, but that's OK by me. Also, free shipping.Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-998724562818146742013-08-16T05:55:45.284-04:002013-08-16T05:55:45.284-04:00How about this gorgeous cardigan pattern from Thre...How about this gorgeous cardigan pattern from Thread Theory? http://www.threadtheory.ca/product/newcastle-cardigan<br />I just cut out a camp shirt in fabric covered in pink Cadillacs. I hope the recipient will like it!MrsC (Maryanne)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14440723067459232998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-37324040689657233852013-08-16T01:55:44.124-04:002013-08-16T01:55:44.124-04:00K.Line, have you sewn a coverstitch finish on seam...K.Line, have you sewn a coverstitch finish on seams like in knit sportswear? I see a covertitch on open seams on knitwear sometimes. I'm not sure if it makes it more durable for athletic wear.Sergehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05423854116494784014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-23679873132690228862013-08-16T01:47:32.999-04:002013-08-16T01:47:32.999-04:00Were you interested in a coverstitch machine that ...Were you interested in a coverstitch machine that cuts and does the two lines of stitching? I don't think I've ever heard of that type of coverstitch. Hmm. I'd be surprised to know they do exist unless it's one of those serger/coverstitch machines.<br /><br />I was kind of looking toward buying a SINGER 14T968DC Professional 5 Thread Serger Overlock because it can be be converted from a serger to a coverstitch by switching some parts around. That Singer also sews a two thread chain stitch, but I'm not totally committed to buying it. The price is about $500 but it comes with free shipping. So I'm still looking around.<br /><br />Have you seen coverstitch machines on ebay with about a $350 price tag?Sergehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05423854116494784014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-52097988897407709872013-08-15T23:39:52.349-04:002013-08-15T23:39:52.349-04:00Love the textures in your swatches. So many poten...Love the textures in your swatches. So many potential projects, what will you sew? Can't wait to see.<br />A.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-27613111729016748482013-08-15T22:47:31.994-04:002013-08-15T22:47:31.994-04:00And, I second (third? fourth?) the cover stitch lo...And, I second (third? fourth?) the cover stitch love. My beautiful new serger has a coverstitch funtion built in, and it's invaluable. And, knowing how important garment finish is to you, I doubt you'd be satisfied with the hems your regular machines will do on knits. Oh, that sounded snobbier than I meant it. I definately don't look down on a regular machine hem on knits, I swear! In fact, that's largely how we do it in theatre. I was mostly just observing that you really love a polished finish. <br /><br />Also, you *are* a collector of machines, a coverstitch wouldn't be an outrageous acquisition for you. :)Kathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12320684915795216585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-80947714930734459192013-08-15T22:41:07.212-04:002013-08-15T22:41:07.212-04:00Where did you get that black, white and red fabric...Where did you get that black, white and red fabric? It looks woven in the pic, but is it stretch? I'd LOVE to order some. Also, I recently bought an antique 1905 Frister & Rossman hand-crank sewing machine. It needs a couple fixes before it's fully functional, but overall it works beautifully. Also, it is an absolute work of art. I blame you entirely! :)Kathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12320684915795216585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-8950559713504230022013-08-15T21:53:31.135-04:002013-08-15T21:53:31.135-04:00Oh my goodness -- a whole new world of possibiliti...Oh my goodness -- a whole new world of possibilities! What a bad influence you are, Debbie! ;)Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-47323472475115742822013-08-15T21:39:42.326-04:002013-08-15T21:39:42.326-04:00"Do you really finish that many knit hems tha..."Do you really finish that many knit hems that you need a Coverstitch? I mean, that's all it does, right?"<br /><br />You've been to my blog, no? ;-)<br /><br />http://stitchesandseams.blogspot.com/2001/01/coverstitch-all-stuff.htmlDebbie Cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03601675304884019607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-21616288618868830812013-08-15T21:36:04.014-04:002013-08-15T21:36:04.014-04:00Jen, do you honeycomb on the front where you would...Jen, do you honeycomb on the front where you would otherwise double stitch, and catch the raw edge from the underside (assuming the hem is folded under)?Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.com